Insinuate

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1. Verb

To introduce gently or slowly, as by a winding or narrow passage, or a gentle, persistent movement.

2. Verb

To introduce artfully; to infuse gently; to instill.

3. Verb

To hint; to suggest by remote allusion; -- often used derogatorily; as, did you mean to insinuate anything?

4. Verb

To push or work (one's self), as into favor; to introduce by slow, gentle, or artful means; to ingratiate; -- used reflexively.

5. Verb

To creep, wind, or flow in; to enter gently, slowly, or imperceptibly, as into crevices.

6. Verb

To ingratiate one's self; to obtain access or favor by flattery or cunning.
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